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Mar 11
Lenovo Yoga 7 2-in-1 laptop review: Sleek 14-inch convertible with an OLED screen

84% Lenovo Yoga 7 2-in-1 laptop review: Sleek 14-inch convertible with an OLED screen

AMD versus Intel. During our test, the Yoga 7 2-in-1 14 with a Ryzen 5 8640HS had to face its brother based on the Core Ultra 5 125U. Read our review to find out whether there are any other differences besides their CPUs and their OLED vs IPS displays.
AMD Ryzen 5 8640HS | AMD Radeon 760M | 14.00" | 1.5 kg
Florian Glaser, 11 Mar 2025 12:25
Gym Monster 2 hands-on review

Hands on with the Gym Monster 2: Digital weight feels real

The Gym Monster 2 takes the guess work out of the workout. With solid construction and 220 lbs of digital weight on tap, the Gym Monster 2 creates a dynamic workout experience that keeps users on their toes.
Stephen Pereyra, 11 Mar 2025 03:04
Mar 10
Xiaomi 15 Ultra review – Leica-powered powerhouse

90% Xiaomi 15 Ultra review – Leica-powered powerhouse

Heavyweight contender in the smartphone arena. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra aims to be the pinnacle of smartphone cameras, continuing its collaboration with Leica and equipping two new sensors to boost its main setup to 350 MP. Does it meet its ambitious claims? And what else does it offer? Our review has the answers.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Adreno 830 | 6.73" | 229 g
Daniel Schmidt, 10 Mar 2025 20:49
Asus ExpertBook B1 review – The business laptop with Win 11 Pro and a 3-year warranty for $750

76% Asus ExpertBook B1 review – The business laptop with Win 11 Pro and a 3-year warranty for $750

Simple work laptop with good stamina. The new Asus ExpertBook B1 is an affordable 15-inch office laptop aimed at price-conscious users. Equipped with an AMD Ryzen 7 processor, upgradeable RAM, a Windows 11 Pro license and a multi-year warranty, it offers a solid basis for everyday work.
AMD Ryzen 5 7535U | AMD Radeon 660M | 15.60" | 1.7 kg
Sebastian Bade, 10 Mar 2025 17:21
Monster Hunter Wilds performance review - Demanding action role-playing game hit needs a dGPU to run well

Monster Hunter Wilds performance review - Demanding action role-playing game hit needs a dGPU to run well

The Monster Hunter Wilds Benchmark is a free program on Steam to assess the performance of your computer and check how the game will run on it. In this article you can find the benchmark scores we obtained by testing various laptops and desktops using various quality presets and settings.
Klaus Hinum, 10 Mar 2025 13:51
Mar 8
Oneplus 13R smartphone review (image source: Marcus Herbrich)

83% OnePlus 13R review - The smartphone with amazing endurance and a surprising discrepancy

How much throttling is still acceptable? Reality and wishful thinking sometimes diverge somewhat with the OnePlus 13R. Although the manufacturer advertises its top-of-the-range phone to feature "top performance", we couldn't always confirm this in our test. Nevertheless, the OnePlus 13's little brother offers many positive aspects that speak in favor of a purchase.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Adreno 750 | 6.78" | 206 g
Marcus Herbrich, 08 Mar 2025 18:11
Mar 7
Keychron Q13 Max ergonomic mechanical keyboard hands-on review

Keychron Q13 Max review: Wireless mechanical keyboard with superb typing feel, charming retro looks, but steep price

Vintage looks, modern comforts. The Keychron Q13 Max is a 96% Alice layout, ergonomic, wireless, mechanical keyboard. Its Gateron Jupiter Banana switches and Keychron KSA keycaps deliver comfortable typing feel and a unique aesthetic. However, our review was not without issues. Unless you're comfortable with keyboard mods, you might want to think twice before spending over $200 on the Q13 Max.
Julian van der Merwe, 07 Mar 2025 14:22
Minisforum AI X1 Pro

83% Minisforum AI X1 Pro review: An all-round mini PC for the office, multimedia, gaming and creative tasks

One of the best mini PCs! The Minisforum AI X1 Pro is an impressively performant compact mini PC. It promises sufficient power for work, light gaming and creative applications thanks to its AMD Ryzen AI 9 370 HX, an integrated NPU for AI calculations and modern cooling. But how does it perform in everyday situations? We test the performance, noise and energy efficiency.
AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 | AMD Radeon 890M | 1.4 kg
Sebastian Bade, 07 Mar 2025 09:00
Mar 6
MSI Claw 8 AI+ review - The best gaming handheld thanks to Intel Lunar Lake?

85% MSI Claw 8 AI+ review - The best gaming handheld thanks to Intel Lunar Lake?

Massive improvement. MSI's new Claw 8 AI+ is a massive improvement of the manufacturer's first gaming handheld. Adding to this is its more efficient Lunar Lake processor from Intel, as well as a larger 8-inch display with a 120-Hz refresh rate and VRR, and a big 80-Wh battery.
Intel Core Ultra 7 258V | Intel Arc Graphics 140V | 8.00" | 793 g
Andreas Osthoff, 06 Mar 2025 19:40
Roborock Saros 10R review

Roborock Saros 10R review: The StarSight vacuum robot is super flat and really good

Stargazing. The Saros 10R is Roborock's new flagship with rotating mops. The 7.98-cm-thin model has lots of other exciting highlights to offer, such as the StarSight System 2.0. Our review of the Roborock Saros 10R will reveal whether the vacuum and mopping robot also reaches for the stars in practice.
Marcus Schwarten, 06 Mar 2025 14:17
Mar 5
Amazing value for money: The AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT and RX 9070 take on the overpriced GeForce RTX 5000 graphics cards

Amazing value for money: The AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT and RX 9070 take on the overpriced GeForce RTX 5000 graphics cards

RDNA4 – The great hope reviewed! AMD's RDNA4 is a new generation of graphics cards featuring higher efficiency, improved performance and attractive prices. AMD promises a better gaming experience in combination with FSR4 in particular. But is this enough to give Nvidia some competition? Our review will unveil whether AMD was able to fulfill our expectations.
Sebastian Bade, 05 Mar 2025 15:22
Asus TUF Gaming A16 in review

83% Asus TUF Gaming A16 Review: Cool, quiet, and affordable gaming laptop with a prominent but workable weakness

Hints of Alienware. A Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 plus an RTX 4060, and a 144 Hz display with 1,200p resolution are the primary draws for the Asus TUF Gaming A16. We test this relatively affordable 16-inch gaming laptop and take a look at its performance against the competition.
AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 16.00" | 2.2 kg
Christian Hintze, 05 Mar 2025 02:38
Mar 4
MSI Summit E13 AI Evo convertible review: Serious throttling issues with Core Ultra 7

79% MSI Summit E13 AI Evo convertible review: Serious throttling issues with Core Ultra 7

Too fast to handle. The latest Summit E13 A1MTG shows what happens when you put a Core Ultra-H CPU in a laptop originally designed for a Core-U series processor. It may sound very fast on paper, but the subsequent throttling and temperature levels need attention.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel Arc 8-Core iGPU | 13.30" | 1.3 kg
Allen Ngo, 04 Mar 2025 21:30
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 14 review - An affordable multimedia laptop with plenty of power thanks to Zen 4

81% Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 14 review - An affordable multimedia laptop with plenty of power thanks to Zen 4

Good performance, weak display. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 14 is an affordable multimedia laptop with a fast AMD processor and good battery life. However, its matte IPS panel is only half as good.
AMD Ryzen 7 8840HS | AMD Radeon 780M | 14.00" | 1.5 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 04 Mar 2025 17:04
Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Founders Edition in review

Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Founders Edition Review: $549 Blackwell goodness under imminent threat from AMD RDNA 4

Blackwell for the rest of us. The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Founders Edition based on the GB205 GPU brings Blackwell benefits to the masses with its $549 pricing. While the RTX 5070 FE comes across as a capable 1080p and 1440p gaming GPU, it's success will ultimately depend on stocks and pricing, and whether it can withstand the impending AMD RDNA 4 onslaught.
Intel Core i9-14900K | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 | 32.00"
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 04 Mar 2025 15:00
Mar 3
GMK NucBox K11 mini PC review: Strong performance-per-dollar with AMD Zen 4

78% GMK NucBox K11 mini PC review: Strong performance-per-dollar with AMD Zen 4

RGB LEDs galore. Older Zen 4 CPUs are becoming quite the bargain especially when compared to Intel alternatives. The NucBox K11 is one of the least expensive AMD mini PCs with OcuLink support as well.
AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS | AMD Radeon 780M | 630 g
Allen Ngo, 03 Mar 2025 16:30
Smartphone camera showdown: exploring London with two of 2025's best phones for photography

Smartphone camera showdown: Exploring London with two of the best camera phones of 2025

A gentleman's showdown. The Google Pixel 9 Pro goes head-to-head with the Apple iPhone 16 Pro in our camera showdown. But we're not comparing them just anywhere – we're putting these two flagships to the test with a stroll through the iconic streets of London to find out which one excels in capturing the essence of travel photography.
Florian Schmitt, 03 Mar 2025 15:40
Mar 1
Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 5G (image source: Manuel Masiero)

75% Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 5G review - The powerful entry-level smartphone with a big price advantage

Is a purchase a no-brainer? Xiaomi's new entry-level phone, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 5G, can already be had for as low as $250. For this price, you get a lot of smartphone, including a 120-Hz AMOLED display and other almost premium-worthy features. In this review, you'll also find out where Xiaomi has cut corners.
MediaTek Dimensity 7025 | IMG BXM-8-256 | 6.67" | 190 g
Manuel Masiero, 01 Mar 2025 22:23
Xiaomi RedmiBook 14 2025 review - Affordable everyday laptop with Raptor Lake refresh and 32 GB RAM

86% Xiaomi RedmiBook 14 2025 review - Affordable everyday laptop with Raptor Lake refresh and 32 GB RAM

Matte IPS panel with 120 Hz. The RedmiBook 14 gets new Raptor Lake Refresh CPUs from Intel for the 2025 model year. In addition to the high-quality aluminum casing, there is also a high-resolution IPS screen that can be used to edit images with ease.
Intel Core 5 220H | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs | 14.00" | 1.4 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 01 Mar 2025 09:13
Feb 28
Asus Vivobook 16 laptop review: AI features at the forefront – genuine productivity boost or marketing hype?

78% Asus Vivobook 16 laptop review: AI features at the forefront – genuine productivity boost or marketing hype?

AI is said to make everything better. Priced at €999, the Vivobook 16 might not excel in display quality, ports, or other features, but the new AI processors certainly deliver a hefty dose of marketing appeal.
AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 | AMD Radeon 860M | 16.00" | 1.9 kg
Christian Hintze, 28 Feb 2025 23:00
Zotac Gaming GeForce RTX 5090 Solid review: Zotac's flagship GPU vs. Nvidia's Founders Edition

Zotac Gaming GeForce RTX 5090 Solid review: Zotac's flagship GPU vs. Nvidia's Founders Edition

Maximum performance with efficient cooling. The Zotac Gaming GeForce RTX 5090 Solid delivers top-tier performance with Blackwell architecture. This test compares it to the reference model in terms of speed, cooling, noise, and efficiency.
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 | 2.3 kg
Sebastian Bade, 28 Feb 2025 20:39
Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 performance review: A graphic feast for medieval fans

Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 performance review: A graphic feast for medieval fans

Contender for game of the year. The sequel to the 2018 medieval epic is earning top ratings across the board. In our benchmark check, we examine whether its technology and system requirements are just as impressive.
Florian Glaser, 28 Feb 2025 17:46
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra review - The AI phone relies fully on artificial intelligence and small hardware upgrades

89% Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra review - The AI phone relies fully on artificial intelligence and small hardware upgrades

Benchmark. On its datasheet, the changes are only minimal. In addition to a new Snapdragon processor, the Galaxy S25 Ultra features a new ultra-wide-angle lens, and AI agents have been added to Galaxy AI. Our review will clarify whether this was enough for the phone to climb to the top position in our test.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy | Qualcomm Adreno 830 | 6.90" | 218 g
Daniel Schmidt, 28 Feb 2025 14:41
Lofree Touch PBT hands-on review: Stylish mouse with wireless weirdness

Lofree Touch PBT hands-on review: Stylish mouse with wireless weirdness

Excellent design, less than perfect implementation. The Lofree Touch PBT mouse is a wireless mouse with a lot of visual flair, surprising ergonomics, and solid build quality. The Touch PBT mostly appeals to lovers of retro looks and mechanical keyboard fans. Lacklustre internals, a steep asking price, and some wireless connectivity issues make it difficult to recommend as anything other than a basic productivity or travel mouse.
Julian van der Merwe, 28 Feb 2025 13:00
Feb 26
Beelink GTI13 Ultra mini PC review: A Mac Mini alternative with Intel Core i9

80% Beelink GTI13 Ultra mini PC review: A Mac Mini alternative with Intel Core i9

Loaded with features. For $600, the GTI13 Ultra is incredible bang for the buck as it comes standard with 32 GB RAM, 1 TB SSD, Intel 13th gen CPU, integrated microphone, speakers, and more that most mini PCs lack in this price range.
Intel Core i9-13900HK | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 96EUs | 1.3 kg
Allen Ngo, 26 Feb 2025 20:03
Lenovo ThinkPad X9 15 Aura Edition Laptop Review - The MacBook Air rival is very good, even without a TrackPoint

90% Lenovo ThinkPad X9 15 Aura Edition Laptop Review - The MacBook Air rival is very good, even without a TrackPoint

120 Hz OLED with 1100 nits. Lenovo's new ThinkPad X9 is a completely new design and convinces with long battery runtimes as well as an excellent OLED screen. However, Lenovo also breaks with a tradition and does not include a TrackPoint anymore. Update: Additional battery life tests
Intel Core Ultra 7 258V | Intel Arc Graphics 140V | 15.30" | 1.4 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 26 Feb 2025 17:06
Acer Swift Edge 16 review: A lightweight 16-inch laptop with an OLED display

81% Acer Swift Edge 16 review: A lightweight 16-inch laptop with an OLED display

Slim build. Traditionally, 16-inch laptops are only partly intended to be used as portable companions for frequent trips or traveling. Acer's Swift Edge 16 shows, however, that things can be done differently. Our review will reveal what the rather rare Ryzen 5 8640U has to offer.
AMD Ryzen 5 8640U | AMD Radeon 760M | 16.00" | 1.2 kg
Florian Glaser, 26 Feb 2025 17:04
Feb 25
Honor MagicBook Art 14 Snapdragon review - An ARM subnotebook with a brilliant 120 Hz OLED weighing only 1 kg

89% Honor MagicBook Art 14 Snapdragon review - An ARM subnotebook with a brilliant 120 Hz OLED weighing only 1 kg

A great overall package with an attachable webcam. With the MagicBook Art 14, Honor is offering a lightweight 14-inch subnotebook (1 kg) with a fast Snapdragon X Elite processor including vapor chamber cooling, a great 120 Hz 3K OLED touchscreen and an attachable webcam. However, buyers will have to do without USB 4.
Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite X1E-80-100 | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS | 14.60" | 1 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 25 Feb 2025 20:43
HP EliteBook X G1a 14 AI review: Supercharged business laptop with AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX

89% HP EliteBook X G1a 14 AI review: Supercharged business laptop with AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX

Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 debut. The AMD Zen 5 CPU makes the EliteBook X G1a 14 AI a powerhouse of a laptop especially for a business subnotebook without needing to sacrifice battery life or ergonomics. However, weight can be a bit heavy for a 14-inch machine while display options are limited to sRGB and 60 Hz.
AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 | AMD Radeon 890M | 14.00" | 1.5 kg
Allen Ngo, 25 Feb 2025 17:02
Hands on with the Thermal Master T2 Max

Thermal Master T2 Max hands-on review: Versatile and compact thermal camera

This transforming tactical thermal camera is a fluid piece of kit. Thermal Master’s latest thermal monocular delivers thermal image-capturing capabilities in a multifunctional and flexible platform. Coupled with the dedicated display, the Thermal Master T2 Max offers versatility and reliable performance.
Stephen Pereyra, 25 Feb 2025 03:59
Feb 24
Vivo X200 Pro Mini smartphone review (image source: Marcus Herbrich)

87% The best compact smartphone for photography - Vivo X200 Pro Mini review

This little one is record-breakingly bright. A global launch of the mini flagship phone in 2025 could become a problem for the Galaxy S25. Vivo's compact high-end phone shows what is possible—especially in the field of photography. Extremely slim bezels, a large Sony sensor, an XXL battery and fast charging are just some of the highlights on offer.
Mediatek Dimensity 9400 | ARM Immortalis-G925 MC12 | 6.31" | 187 g
Marcus Herbrich, 24 Feb 2025 12:53
Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro LTE smartphone review - Is this already a Pro?

75% Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro LTE smartphone review - Is this already a Pro?

Sitting on the fence. With the Redmi 14 Pro, Xiaomi offers a device lacking 5G. It has a 200 MPix lens, an ultra-wide-angle camera and a new MediaTek CPU is at work under the hood. Our review clears up any doubt whether the Redmi Note 14 Pro LTE is the happy medium or just mediocre.
Mediatek Helio G100 | ARM Mali-G57 MP2 | 6.67" | 180 g
Benedikt Winkel, 24 Feb 2025 12:02
AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 Analysis - Strix Halo to rival Apple M4 Pro/Max with 16 Zen 5 cores and iGPU on par with RTX 4070 Laptop

AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 Analysis - Strix Halo to rival Apple M4 Pro/Max with 16 Zen 5 cores and iGPU on par with RTX 4070 Laptop

Strix Halo with up to 96 GB VRAM. The new Ryzen AI Max+ 395 is AMD's latest high-end mobile processor. With up to 16 Zen 5 cores, a powerful Radeon GPU, fast NPU and up to 128 GB RAM, the Ryzen AI Max+ is supposed to be the ideal companion for gaming, content creation, and AI development. Update: Performance at different TDP levels & RAM performance
Andreas Osthoff, 24 Feb 2025 11:40
Asus ROG Flow Z13 GZ302EA Convertible Review - AMD's Strix Halo GPU is neck-and-neck with the RTX 4070 Laptop

87% Asus ROG Flow Z13 GZ302EA Convertible Review - AMD's Strix Halo GPU is neck-and-neck with the RTX 4070 Laptop

The fastest CPU in a 13-inch device. Asus starts to equip its gaming convertible ROG Flow Z13 with AMD’s latest Strix Halo processors. In addition to impressive CPU performance on par with the Ryzen 9 7945HX3D, the integrated Radeon 8060S competes with the GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop. Update: Additional video export & gaming benchmarks
AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 | AMD Radeon 8060S | 13.40" | 1.6 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 24 Feb 2025 11:12
Feb 21
Asus ExpertBook B1 review - The 14-inch office laptop with Win 11 Pro and a 3-year warranty for $700

81% Asus ExpertBook B1 review - The 14-inch office laptop with Win 11 Pro and a 3-year warranty for $700

Solid keyboard, little stamina. Asus' new ExpertBook B1 is an affordable 14-inch office laptop with an Intel Core i5 processor and upgradeable RAM. It also includes Win 11 Pro and a 3-year warranty, but you'll have to make some compromises regarding its runtimes.
Intel Core i5-13420H | Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs | 14.00" | 1.5 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 21 Feb 2025 17:06
AOC CU34G2XPD

AOC CU34G2XPD curved gaming monitor review: Exceptional value for ultra-wide gaming with a 180 Hz refresh rate on a 34-inch display

Good value for money? The AOC CU34G2XPD is a highly affordable gaming monitor with a 34-inch display. The curved panel boasts a resolution of 3,440 × 1,440 pixels and supports a smooth 180 Hz refresh rate. It also comes factory-calibrated, ensuring great performance without breaking the bank. In this review, we’ll explore whether the AOC CU34G2XPD really lives up to its reputation as a top value option for gamers.
34.00"
Sebastian Bade, 21 Feb 2025 15:19
Joyor Y8-S scooter

Joyor Y8-S electric scooter – long range, smooth ride and comfort in every mile

Comfort over thrills. The Joyor Y8-S electric scooter is a sturdy all-rounder designed to offer boundless freedom on every ride. With its substantial 26 Ah battery, riders can enjoy up to 100 km on a single charge, making it the perfect choice for those seeking long-distance travel without hesitation. But the Y8-S isn’t just about endurance. Its 500W motor ensures a zippy, responsive ride, while the ABE certification guarantees legal operation and proper equipment. Priced around €700 (~$759), it’s not the cheapest on the market, but for endurance unleashed and dependable performance, it offers solid value.
Andrea Grüblinger, 21 Feb 2025 15:10
MSI GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Ventus 3X OC in review

MSI GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 16G Ventus 3X OC Review: Near-perfect mainstream Blackwell GPU provided you can get one at $749 MSRP

Ventus and vexation. The MSI GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Ventus 3X OC offers the full RTX 5070 Ti experience with excellent performance that beats the GeForce RTX 4080 FE and the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX in synthetic benchmarks and gaming. The RTX 5070 Ti Ventus 3X OC prioritizes functionality over form with some tradeoffs, but good luck snagging one at the Nvidia-mandated $749 MSRP.
Intel Core i9-14900K | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti | 32.00"
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 21 Feb 2025 06:48
Feb 20
GMKtec EVO-X1 mini PC review: New boxy design with Oculink and Ryzen AI 9

72% GMKtec EVO-X1 mini PC review: New boxy design with Oculink and Ryzen AI 9

Small, fast and loud. GMK is debuting an interesting chassis design with both AMD Zen 5 and Oculink support. It's an attractive look fit for professional settings, but the RGB LEDs can feel very out of place.
AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 | AMD Radeon 890M | 595 g
Allen Ngo, 20 Feb 2025 17:27
Civilization 7 performance review: Which GPU reigns supreme?

Civilization 7 performance review: Which GPU reigns supreme?

One step forward, two steps back? Civilization 7 hasn't quite conquered hearts like its 2016 predecessor. Critics and players remain divided. But what about its graphical demands? We tested a range of laptop and desktop GPUs to see which ones can rule the battlefield — and which belong in the ruins.
Florian Glaser, 20 Feb 2025 14:18
Feb 19
Asus Prime GeForce RTX 5080 OC Edition in review

Asus Prime GeForce RTX 5080 OC Edition Review: 13% gains over the RX 7900 XTX for 30% increased pricing over the RTX 5080 FE

Prime sans Optimus. The Asus Prime GeForce RTX 5080 Founders Edition is an SFF GPU based on Nvidia's latest GB203 Blackwell GPU. The Prime RTX 5080 OC offers slightly higher clocks than the RTX 5080 Founders Edition, but real-world performance gains don't necessarily scale with the marked-up pricing.
Intel Core i9-14900K | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 | 32.00"
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 19 Feb 2025 07:06
Feb 18
Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro+ 5G review - Mid-range heavyweight with a 200 MPix camera

80% Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro+ 5G review - Mid-range heavyweight with a 200 MPix camera

New approaches. The Redmi Note 14 Pro+ 5G is the top-of-the-range model in Xiaomi's affordable mid-range series, featuring a high-resolution 200 MPix camera, an IP certification and a bright AMOLED screen. Our test will reveal whether this makes it an insider tip or not.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Adreno 810 | 6.67" | 205 g
Daniel Schmidt, 18 Feb 2025 18:53
Feb 17
Highly upgradeable and affordable: Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 6 AMD laptop review

84% Highly upgradeable and affordable: Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 6 AMD laptop review

ThinkPad E with Rembrandt R. The entry level Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 6 AMD is a very attractive choice for buyers who want to save some money: It is more affordable than other ThinkPad laptops, while still delivering many of the key qualities of the brand. Too bad though that its outdated CPU limits the performance potential.
AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | AMD Radeon 680M | 14.00" | 1.6 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 17 Feb 2025 18:31
Xiaomi Poco X7 (image source: Manuel Masiero)

78% Xiaomi Poco X7 smartphone review - Top display and great suitability for everyday use at a fair price

With a curved display. The Xiaomi Poco X7 proves you can get a very well-equipped smartphone for little money. Its case, display and battery life all get the thumbs up—and it even supports eSIMs. However, Xiaomi has cut some corners in a few places.
MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | ARM Mali-G615 MP2 | 6.67" | 185.5 g
Manuel Masiero, 17 Feb 2025 15:18
Feb 16
Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G smartphone (Image source: Marcus Herbrich)

78% Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G review – A feature-focused smartphone for bargain hunters

The twin becomes a problem. The Redmi Note 14 Pro is an affordable mid-range phone with premium features, rare at this price. However, Xiaomi has made some compromises. Find out where it excels and where it falls short in our review.
MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | ARM Mali-G615 MP2 | 6.67" | 190 g
Marcus Herbrich, 16 Feb 2025 23:41
Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14 Gen 10 review: First laptop with a 32 MP under-display webcam

87% Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14 Gen 10 review: First laptop with a 32 MP under-display webcam

Megapixels don't always matter. The Yoga Slim 9 14 G10 is Lenovo's shiniest laptop yet in the most literal sense with its reflective 2.5D glass. Its Intel CPU and 32 MP UDC also sound amazing on paper, but webcam aficionados have reasons to be wary.
Intel Core Ultra 7 258V | Intel Arc Graphics 140V | 14.00" | 1.2 kg
Allen Ngo, 16 Feb 2025 20:05
Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro (Image source: Manuel Masiero)

81% Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro Smartphone Review: Dimensity 8400-Ultra debut with software updates until 2029 for under €400

Great equipment, low price. The inexpensive Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro makes other mid-range smartphones look pale in comparison. For well under €400 (~$420), the Poco X7 Pro debuts the new MediaTek Dimensity 8400-Ultra that offers brute performance on a par with a 2024 flagship, a 120 Hz AMOLED display, and an above-average battery life. However, buyers should also be aware of a few disadvantages.
MediaTek Dimensity 8400 | ARM Immortalis-G720 MP7 | 6.67" | 198 g
Manuel Masiero, 16 Feb 2025 19:09
Acer Aspire Spin 14 review: The crazy world of the 2-in-1 laptop

78% Acer Aspire Spin 14 review: The crazy world of the 2-in-1 laptop

The Core Ultra 5 115U's premiere. With the Aspire Spin 14, Acer is offering a 2-in-1 that is suitable for a variety of purposes. We have tested the 14-inch Intel-based model extensively, encountering a few weaknesses, some of which are not insignificant.
Intel Core Ultra 5 115U | Intel Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc) | 14.00" | 1.6 kg
Florian Glaser, 16 Feb 2025 17:44
Lenovo Tab TB311FU review

77% Lenovo Tab review – 10-inch tablet as an affordable alternative for school, college, and the living room

Slim bezels, low price. The Lenovo Tab is a compact and affordable tablet that aims to impress with a high display resolution, robust metal case, and stereo speakers. It can be used for school, college, or entertainment. We find out in our test whether the Lenovo Tab is worth a purchase.
Mediatek Helio G85 | ARM Mali-G52 MP2 | 10.10" | 424 g
Florian Schmitt, 16 Feb 2025 01:17
Feb 15
Epomaker Tide65 wireless mechanical keyboard review

Epomaker Tide65 wireless mechanical keyboard review: Solid budget gaming keyboard, mediocre typing experience

Subtle gaming looks on a budget. The Epomaker Tide65 is more than just a shrunken-down version of the Tide75 we reviewed previously. The compact layout, fast wireless connectivity and lightweight short-travel gaming switches check a lot of boxes, especially considering the price. However, its gaming focus results in a compromised typing feel if you get the wrong configuration.
Julian van der Merwe, 15 Feb 2025 22:21
Lenovo Legion Go S gaming handheld review - Steam Deck killer or Windows victim?

78% Lenovo Legion Go S gaming handheld review - Steam Deck killer or Windows victim?

Windows, SteamOS or both? The Lenovo Legion Go S aims to be the jack-of-all-trades among gaming handhelds. Lenovo currently offers it with Windows and from May, it will also be available with Valve's gaming operating system. However, as a result of its somewhat slow APU and Windows, the handheld didn't do entirely well during our test.
AMD Ryzen Z2 Go | AMD Radeon 680M | 8.00" | 738 g
Marc Herter, 15 Feb 2025 16:13
Feb 14
AVM Fritz!Box 5690 Pro review – the Swiss Army knife of routers with only a few rough edges

AVM Fritz!Box 5690 Pro review – the Swiss Army knife of routers with only a few rough edges

All in one. AVM is the leading name in routers across the DACH region. The Fritz!Box 5690 Pro has been on the market since last summer and is packed with features – including Wi-Fi 7 with tri-band technology. Our review explores what it lacks – and why it still earns the title of the router of 2025.
Daniel Schmidt, 14 Feb 2025 23:09
Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 15 Snapdragon laptop review: Finally easier to repair

84% Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 15 Snapdragon laptop review: Finally easier to repair

Now with improved serviceability. The latest Surface Laptop 7 addresses some longstanding issues with the series in regards to sustainability and repairability. For around $1500 USD, however, the price is arguably too steep for an ARM-based Windows PC.
Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite X1E-80-100 | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS | 15.00" | 1.7 kg
Allen Ngo, 14 Feb 2025 17:39
Asus ExpertBook P1

80% Asus ExpertBook P1 review - The affordable laptop for office use and working from home comes with numerous security features

Core i7 with the handbrake on The Asus ExpertBook P1 with the Intel Core i7-13700H promises powerful performance for demanding everyday work. But how does it perform in practice? Is the ExpertBook P1 a good choice for price-conscious business users and students? In our test, we examined its strengths and weaknesses to find out whether Asus has managed to deliver a good total package.
Intel Core i7-13700H | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 96EUs | 15.60" | 1.7 kg
Sebastian Bade, 14 Feb 2025 13:35
Feb 13
Lenovo Idea Tab Pro

82% Lenovo Idea Tab Pro review – The large tablet with a pen and long runtimes costs less than $450

Super affordable. The Lenovo Idea Tab Pro features a large screen and costs less than $450. Creative minds can go wild thanks to its active stylus, gamers can look forward to a high frame rate, and movie fans will be delighted with the tablet's high-resolution display and four speakers. But is there a catch to its low price?
MediaTek Dimensity 8300 | ARM Mali-G615 MP6 | 12.70" | 620 g
Florian Schmitt, 13 Feb 2025 13:35
Intel Arc Graphics 140T analysis – Arrow Lake-H iGPU gains frame generation support

Intel Arc Graphics 140T analysis – Arrow Lake-H iGPU gains frame generation support

Intel is equipping the new Arrow Lake-H mobile processors with the Arc Graphics 140T and 130T, which are enhanced versions of the Intel Arc Graphics from the Meteor Lake generation. However, the 140T has little in common with the Arc Graphics 140V found in Lunar Lake chips.
Andreas Osthoff, 13 Feb 2025 11:10
Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 LTE smartphone review - More power and stamina

73% Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 LTE smartphone review - More power and stamina

An affordable marathon-runner. Xiaomi is in the process of launching a whole Note 14 series. The cheapest Redmi Note 14 is said to impress with its AI camera and large battery. It also comes with a 120 Hz AMOLED display, stereo speakers, memory expansion and an audio jack connector - and all for $200. Our review reveals if anything is left to be desired.
Mediatek Helio G99 | ARM Mali-G57 MP2 | 6.67" | 196 g
Benedikt Winkel, 13 Feb 2025 09:48
Feb 12
Realme GT7 Pro test smartphone (Image source: Marcus Herbrich)

86% Smartphone with superlatives has its eye on the prize - Realme GT 7 Pro review

Galaxy S25 Ultra killer. Extremely bright display, huge battery and an incredibly powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite in the upper class, plus the Android phone uses an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor and super-fast charging. Is Realme building the best phone for under 1000 Euros (~$1038) with its IP69-certified GT7 Pro?
Update: We have received feedback from Realme Germany on the "Software" and "Accessories" sections
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Adreno 830 | 6.78" | 223 g
Marcus Herbrich, 12 Feb 2025 11:59
Intel Core Ultra 200H (Image source: Intel)

Intel Arrow Lake-H CPU analysis: Core Ultra 200H makes Lunar Lake almost redundant

Intel is introducing its new Arrow Lake-H series mobile processors (Core Ultra 200H), covering a power range of 28 to 115 watts. We examine two implementations of the high-end Core Ultra 9 285H. Are the improvements enough to compete with AMD’s Zen 5 and Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Elite?
Andreas Osthoff, 12 Feb 2025 11:00
Feb 11
Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro tablet review (image source: Marcus Herbrich)

87% Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro review - An affordable tablet with fantastic staying power and a superb screen

A cheaper alternative to the Apple iPad Air. In many areas, Xiaomi's Pad 7 Pro is better than an iPad Air 2024 but costs less than half the price. In particular, the Xiaomi Tab's 3K display is unrivaled in this price range. However, compared to the Xiaomi Pad 7, there is probably a catch with the Pro version.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Adreno 735 | 11.20" | 500 g
Marcus Herbrich, 11 Feb 2025 13:37
Asus TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5080 OC

Asus TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5080 OC review: Performance, cooling and efficiency of the Blackwell desktop GPU

No way of getting around AI! As the first board partner model in Nvidia's Blackwell series, we take a detailed look at the Asus TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5080 OC. Primarily, the Asus TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5080 OC has to be compared against the Founders Edition. In this test, we examine how the Asus graphics card performs in current games with ray tracing using the latest features such as DLSS 4 and whether it lives up to its TUF Gaming name.
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 | 2 kg
Sebastian Bade, 11 Feb 2025 13:12
HP Pavilion 16 review: Budget AMD CPU in a stylish laptop

77% HP Pavilion 16 review: Budget AMD CPU in a stylish laptop

Overall a complete package. HP’s Pavilion 16 is designed to appeal to both office users and multimedia enthusiasts. To achieve this, the manufacturer pairs an energy-efficient AMD processor with a sleek, stylish chassis. Read on to discover what else this 16-inch laptop has to offer in our review.
AMD Ryzen 5 8540U | AMD Radeon 740M | 16.00" | 1.7 kg
Florian Glaser, 11 Feb 2025 00:25
Feb 10
Asus Zenbook Duo OLED review - The multi-screen convertible now with Intel Arrow Lake

87% Asus Zenbook Duo OLED review - The multi-screen convertible now with Intel Arrow Lake

Multitasking monster. The Zenbook Duo is one of the first devices to be equipped with the new Arrow Lake mobile processors from Intel and it's still a highly interesting device thanks to its multi-screen concept. Two 14-inch OLEDs with a FHD resolution are installed in our test device, which helps its battery life in particular.
Intel Core Ultra 9 285H | Intel Arc Graphics 140T | 14.00" | 1.8 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 10 Feb 2025 15:03
MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo review - The multimedia laptop with a speedy Arrow Lake CPU and impressive runtimes

83% MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo review - The multimedia laptop with a speedy Arrow Lake CPU and impressive runtimes

Debut for the Core Ultra 9 285H. MSI's Prestige 16 AI Evo is a slim and lightweight 16-inch laptop powered by Intel's brand-new Arrow Lake processor, the Core Ultra 9 285H. In addition, its 99-Wh battery ensures extremely good runtimes.
Intel Core Ultra 9 285H | Intel Arc Graphics 140T | 16.00" | 1.6 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 10 Feb 2025 15:03
Feb 8
Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus

86% Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus review – The affordable giant tablet takes on the iPad Pro

Multimedia qualities. Six speakers, a high-resolution, flicker-free display and plenty of power should be enough to secure the Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus a place in the hearts of streaming fans and workhorses. It also comes with a comprehensive accessories package and a comparatively low price. Should Apple be alarmed?
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Adreno 750 | 12.70" | 640 g
Florian Schmitt, 08 Feb 2025 23:00
More than 24 hrs battery life for less than $1,000: Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G7 QOY laptop review

83% More than 24 hrs battery life for less than $1,000: Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G7 QOY laptop review

Affordable battery champion. Qualcomm and Microsoft want to bring the advantages of the efficient ARM architecture to the Windows segment. The Lenovo ThinkBook 16 Gen 7 QOY demonstrates how this is done: This big-screened 16-inch laptop costs less than $1,000 while offering a battery life of more than 24 hours.
Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus X1P-42-100 | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-45 1.7 TFLOPS | 16.00" | 1.9 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 08 Feb 2025 13:08
Iqunix EZ63 hall effect gaming keyboard hands-on review

Iqunix EZ63 gaming keyboard hands-on review: True Wooting alternative with outstanding build quality

Coming for the Hall-effect crown. The Iqunix EZ63, and by extension the EZ60, dissolves many of the major drawbacks of Hall-effect keyboards, thanks to its excellent build quality, solid Gateron Magnetic Jade Pro switches, and a decent value proposition. The stand-out typing feel and build quality are, unfortunately, held back by software that is still clearly a work in progress
Julian van der Merwe, 08 Feb 2025 06:48
Feb 6
Apple AirPods 4 ANC review: Compact design, colossal sound

Apple AirPods 4 ANC review: Compact design, colossal sound

Sound pioneer The AirPods 4 ANC are Apple's first semi-in-ear headphones with active noise cancellation. Our review examines the effectiveness of this feature and evaluates whether the additional cost compared to the non-ANC version is worth it.
Daniel Schmidt, 06 Feb 2025 14:55
Feb 5
Lenovo IdeaCentre Mini 5

70% Lenovo IdeaCentre Mini 5 review: The mini PC for everyday use turns out to be great value for money

Successful working-from-home PC. The Lenovo IdeaCentre Mini 5 is a compact desktop PC that combines performance with a space-saving size. With its modern design, powerful hardware and versatile connectivity options, it is aimed at users who are looking for an efficient and unobtrusive solution for everyday use or for working from home. In this review, we analyzed its performance, features and practicality to see whether it can stand out from the crowd of mini PCs.
Intel Core i5-13420H | Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs | 1.8 kg
Sebastian Bade, 05 Feb 2025 16:00
Feb 4
Camera comparison: Sony Alpha ZV-E10 II vs. Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max

Camera comparison: Sony Alpha ZV-E10 II vs. Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max

Application-dependent. Lots of smartphone manufacturers promise DSLR quality with their products. But is there any truth to this claim? As a representative of the mobile all-rounders, we put the iPhone 16 Pro Max up against a Sony Alpha ZV-E10 II. Our test will reveal just how big the differences really are.
Daniel Schmidt, 04 Feb 2025 15:45
ZOTAC Gaming Zone handheld review: Precision controller, brilliant OLED and compact

79% ZOTAC Gaming Zone handheld review: Precision controller, brilliant OLED and compact

In the zone: The Zotac Gaming Zone is a hot contender in the handheld market. An OLED display, powerful AMD Ryzen 7 and an excellent controller make it a gamer's dream and ensure an immersive experience. Unfortunately, the handheld with a 7-inch screen suffers one small weakness to make up for its low weight.
AMD Ryzen 7 8840U | AMD Radeon 780M | 7.00" | 692 g
Marc Herter, 04 Feb 2025 14:52
MSI Katana A17 AI laptop review: Strong graphics let down by a weak display

79% MSI Katana A17 AI laptop review: Strong graphics let down by a weak display

Base 1080p display leaves a lot to be desired. The Katana A17 is a cheaper alternative to the GE, GS, or GT series while still offering excellent graphics performance with its 105 W GeForce RTX 4070 GPU. Unfortunately, its 1080p panel lacks full sRGB colors, fast response times, and G-Sync support.
AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU | 17.30" | 2.7 kg
Allen Ngo, 04 Feb 2025 01:19
Feb 1
Lofree Flow Lite84 Hands-on review

Lofree Flow Lite mechanical keyboard review: Excellent low-profile design with build quality oversights

The gold standard for low-profile or a missed opportunity? The Lofree Flow Lite 84 promises several improvements over its predecessor, along with the excellent, minimalist low-profile design and all-POM switches that made the original Flow special. The new additions include 2.4 GHz wireless support, adjustable feet, a metal volume wheel, and shine-through keycaps. But in our review, we found some disappointing oversights that spoil the allure.
Julian van der Merwe, 01 Feb 2025 21:24
Asus Zenbook A14 laptop review - The 14-inch OLED subnotebook with a Snapdragon X only weighs 978 grams

86% Asus Zenbook A14 laptop review - The 14-inch OLED subnotebook with a Snapdragon X only weighs 978 grams

Debut for the Snapdragon X1-26-100. Asus' new Zenbook A14 is a particularly lightweight 14-inch laptop that weighs less than 1 kilogram. Its case is made entirely out of Ceraluminum and on the inside, the new Snapdragon X1-26-100 gets to work. However, the laptop's display only runs at 60 Hz.
Qualcomm Snapdragon X X1-26-100 | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-45 1.7 TFLOPS | 14.00" | 978 g
Andreas Osthoff, 01 Feb 2025 17:21
Jan 31
GPD Pocket 4 Ryzen AI 9 handheld PC review: Small, fast, and oh so adorable

80% GPD Pocket 4 Ryzen AI 9 handheld PC review: Small, fast, and oh so adorable

More powerful than most laptops. The convertible Pocket 4 crams in the performance and features of a full-fledged laptop onto a compact 8.8-inch form factor with only few compromises. The AMD processor in particular helps it run faster than most mini PCs, gaming handhelds, and even traditional laptops.
AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 | AMD Radeon 890M | 8.80" | 777 g
Allen Ngo, 31 Jan 2025 14:45
Jan 29
The Nvidia RTX 5080 Founders Edition brings Blackwell goodness to mainstream gamers

Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 Founders Edition Review: $999 card effectively makes the RX 7900 XTX redundant

Making $1,000 look like a bargain. Sporting a new suave design that looks perfect in an SFF case, the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 Founders Edition is finally here to unleash Blackwell's wrath on mainstream gamers. The RTX 5080 FE brings tangible improvements in compute, raster, and ray tracing along with access to new DLSS frame gen tech, for the same $1,000 MSRP, putting it at a significant advantage over the Radeon RX 7900 XTX... if you're able to snag one that is.
Intel Core i9-14900K | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 | 32.00"
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 29 Jan 2025 20:50
Huawei Mate X6 review - The spearhead of foldables with Google if desired and good cameras?

83% Huawei Mate X6 review - The spearhead of foldables with Google if desired and good cameras?

Premium foldable. Huawei's Mate X6 is a true premium foldable that seeks to impress with its cameras, durability and design. Our review will reveal whether this is enough to make up for its missing integration of Google services and 5G.
HiSilicon Kirin 9020 | HiSilicon Maleoon 920 | 7.93" | 239 g
Daniel Schmidt, 29 Jan 2025 20:02
Jan 28
NZXT's Elite series of peripherals cater to gamers and creators alike (image source: Alex Waetzel, Notebookcheck)

NZXT Elite gaming gear hands-on review: Strikes a perfect balance between aesthetics and performance

We got some hands-on time with NZXT's new Elite line of peripherals for gamers and content creators. The NZXT Function Elite is a tenkeyless keyboard with magnetic switches annd the Lift Elite is a lightweight gaming mouse. Both sit on top of the NZXT Zone Elite Mouse Mat. Lastly, an NZXT Capsule Elite USB mic rounds off the setup.
Anil Ganti, 28 Jan 2025 17:00
BOSGAME M2 mini PC review: Fixes a major complaint about the original M1

79% BOSGAME M2 mini PC review: Fixes a major complaint about the original M1

Same looks, new processor. The M2 addresses the audio issues we reported about on the M1 while upping the base processor option from Ryzen 7 to Ryzen 9. However, we think the manufacturer should have gone the extra mile to better differentiate between the two models.
AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS | AMD Radeon 780M | 819 g
Allen Ngo, 28 Jan 2025 16:42
Jan 27
Beelink EQ14 mini PC review: Ready-to-go HTPC for under $200

61% Beelink EQ14 mini PC review: Ready-to-go HTPC for under $200

Intel N150 processor debut. One of the least expensive mini PCs comes with the newest Intel Twin Lake processor. HTPC users on tight budgets will appreciate the quietness and low price, but multitaskers may be disappointed by the slow performance.
Intel Processor N150 | Intel UHD Graphics 24EUs (Alder Lake-N) | 432 g
Allen Ngo, 27 Jan 2025 17:11
Lenovo V17 G4 review: An affordable all-round laptop with a display surprise

77% Lenovo V17 G4 review: An affordable all-round laptop with a display surprise

Exciting entry-level processor. If you're on the lookout for an affordable all-rounder for office and multimedia use, then you might like the V17 G4 IRU from Lenovo. The 17-inch device features a relatively rarely installed CPU in the shape of the Intel U300 and its picture quality is surprisingly good.
Intel Processor U300 | Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs | 17.30" | 2.1 kg
Florian Glaser, 27 Jan 2025 15:11
Jan 26
The Prestige 16 AI+

82% MSI Prestige A16 AI+ review: Multimedia laptop with powerful Ryzen 9 365

It's creaky. Last year, MSI introduced the Prestige 16 laptop featuring the Core Ultra 155H processor. Now, an AMD-powered A16 variant has arrived, equipped with a Ryzen 9 processor and an NPU (Copilot+), priced at €1,599. This new model makes a significant leap forward in performance. However, the AMD version isn't without its trade-offs compared to its Intel counterpart. Here's a closer look!
AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 | AMD Radeon 880M | 16.00" | 2 kg
Christian Hintze, 26 Jan 2025 15:25
Jan 25
Lenovo Tab K11 Plus

78% Lenovo Tab K11 Plus review - The family tablet with a stylus, large screen & metal case

Something for everyone. The 11.45-inch Lenovo Tab K11 Plus has everything a good surfing and multimedia tablet needs. In addition to a 90-Hz IPS panel, it features 4-speaker surround sound, Netflix compatibility and user accounts for all family members. The stylus-compatible tablet also optionally comes in an LTE version.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G | Qualcomm Adreno 610 | 11.45" | 520 g
Manuel Masiero, 25 Jan 2025 16:48
Jan 24
Bigme Hibreak review

65% Bigme Hibreak smartphone review – The color display e-ink phone hits high frame rates

The smartphone e-reader. Are e-ink displays too slow for normal use? Bigme aims to dispel this prejudice by proving you should be able to use the HiBreak as a normal smartphone and simultaneously enjoy all the benefits of electronic paper. But can the HiBreak also display videos in an acceptable manner?
Mediatek Helio P35 MT6765 | PowerVR GE8320 | 5.84" | 170 g
Florian Schmitt, 24 Jan 2025 15:24
Jan 23
OLED eats battery life: Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 AMD laptop review

81% OLED eats battery life: Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 AMD laptop review

Workstation with low power. A more powerful version of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 5: This is the promise of the Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 AMD. Performance is truly better, but this comes at a cost. Also, the OLED screen of the ThinkPad laptop leads to a bad endurance when running on battery power.
AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS | AMD Radeon 780M | 14.00" | 1.4 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 23 Jan 2025 17:15
Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 Founders Edition in review

Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 Founders Edition Review: The desktop GPU performance beast that eclipses everything!

AI is the key to success. The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 marks the next step in the world of high-end graphics cards. With the latest Blackwell architecture, increased performance and innovative technologies, Nvidia has set new standards for gaming, content creation, and AI applications. In our review, we put the RTX 5090 through its paces. How does it perform in benchmarks, under gaming conditions, and contend with demanding workloads? We reveal whether the RTX 5090 lives up to the hype.
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 | 1.8 kg
Sebastian Bade, 23 Jan 2025 15:00
Jan 21
Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G7+ review - A 16-inch multimedia laptop with AMD Zen 5 and a 3.2K display upgrade

87% Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G7+ review - A 16-inch multimedia laptop with AMD Zen 5 and a 3.2K display upgrade

A ton of improvements. With the ThinkBook 16 G7+, Lenovo is offering an upgraded version of the normal ThinkBook 16 with an AMD Zen 5 processor, significantly improved cooling, a larger battery, and a better 3.2K display with P3 coverage and 165 Hz.
AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 | AMD Radeon 880M | 16.00" | 1.9 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 21 Jan 2025 12:23
Jan 20
2025 tablet review: Teclast T60 Plus (picture: Marcus Herbrich)

74% Teclast T60 Plus review: 12-inch tablet for $130 with some excessive promises

Price cutter with GPS and 90 Hz. The Teclast T60 Plus has slimmer display bezels than an Apple iPad Air, and the equipment of the Android tablet also sounds very interesting. The large display is combined with stereo sound, mobile communication support, an optional storage expansion, and even an audio port.
Mediatek Helio G88 | ARM Mali-G52 MP2 | 11.97" | 621 g
Marcus Herbrich, 20 Jan 2025 11:50
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G

73% Samsung Galaxy A16 5G smartphone review - The particularly inexpensive Galaxy with 6 years of updates

Longterm investment. If you don't want to part with a lot of money when purchasing a modern smartphone, then you may want to take a closer look at the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G. For below $200, you'll get a 90-Hz, 6.7-inch OLED display, lots of storage, good connectivity options as well as Android updates until 2030.
Samsung Exynos 1330 | ARM Mali-G68 MP2 | 6.70" | 200 g
Manuel Masiero, 20 Jan 2025 00:42
Jan 19
Lenovo Chromebook Duet 11

78% Lenovo Chromebook Duet 11 review: Mobile energy-saving champion

Small battery long runtime. Chromebooks don't need a lot of power to meet the demands of everyday use reliably. A battery with 29 Wh is enough for the economical device to run for 12 hours. However, the robust Chromebook Duet 11 also shows surprising strengths in other areas.
MediaTek Kompanio 838 | ARM Mali-G57 MP3 | 10.95" | 874 g
Marc Herter, 19 Jan 2025 11:34
Jan 18
Huawei FreeBuds Pro 4 review - ANC headphones with lossless audio

Huawei FreeBuds Pro 4 review - ANC headphones with lossless audio

2.3 MBit/s Bluetooth bandwidth. The Huawei FreeBuds Pro 4 are not only enormously improved in terms of sound and offer the nominally most capable Bluetooth codec, but also come with new head gestures and active foam attachments. In our tests, the model delivered a powerful sound experience, but only under "special" conditions.
Daniel Schmidt, 18 Jan 2025 23:50
DJI Flip 2025 drone review

DJI Flip review: A €439 foldable camera drone for vloggers – meet the new Flip series

"Quadcopter Butterfly" After the particularly affordable DJI Neo, the company launches the $439/€439 DJI Flip. We had the opportunity to test the combination of the Neo and Mini known as the Fly More Combo ($779/€779), which includes the DJI RC 2 touchscreen remote control. In this article, we share our thoughts and discuss our first impressions.
Christian Hintze, 18 Jan 2025 22:35
Gamakay TK75 V2 hands-on review

Gamakay TK75 V2 Silent mechanical keyboard review: Affordable price, plenty of features

Can a quiet keyboard keep up? The Gamakay TK75 V2 is a $79.99 budget mechanical keyboard with silent switches, a metal knob, and a tiny LCD screen, but does it deliver a satisfying mechanical keyboard experience, or are are there just too many compromises in the name of silence? We find out in an in-depth hands-on review.
Julian van der Merwe, 18 Jan 2025 20:44
Jan 17
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89% Honor Magic7 Pro review - A powerful camera smartphone with lots of features

Magical. Artificial intelligence is high on Honor's priority list, which is why the Magic7 Pro boasts a wide range of new AI-supported functions. Its camera in particular features visible improvements, but Honor hasn't let its guard down in other areas either and is offering one of the best smartphones of 2025.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Adreno 830 | 6.80" | 223 g
Daniel Schmidt, 17 Jan 2025 17:22
Jan 15
Eurocom Blitz Ultra laptop review: Easy-to-service professional solution

77% Eurocom Blitz Ultra laptop review: Easy-to-service professional solution

Meteor Lake with MIL-STD 810H certification. The Blitz Ultra is an understated 16-inch thin-and-light designed for easy deployment amongst government or private applications. While its looks are inoffensive, its performance and features could use some upgrades.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel Arc 8-Core iGPU | 16.00" | 1.9 kg
Allen Ngo, 15 Jan 2025 23:51
Jan 14
The Mac Mini M4 Pro

87% Apple Mac Mini M4 Pro review: The compact and frugal desktop PC with top performance and expensive upgrades

Pricey powerhouse. With its new M4 Pro processor, the Apple Mac Mini M4 delivers impressive performance and energy efficiency inside a compact case. In this review, we took a closer look at the Mac Mini with an M4 Pro SoC, 64 GB RAM and a 2-TB SSD which costs around $2,600.
Apple M4 Pro (12 cores) | Apple M4 Pro 16-Core GPU | 729 g
Sebastian Bade, 14 Jan 2025 19:59
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle performance review: VRAM requirements overwhelm many (laptop) GPUs

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle performance review: VRAM requirements overwhelm many (laptop) GPUs

The Very Hungry Caterpillar. The VRAM demands of current games have increased massively in recent years. As our benchmarks show, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle even surpasses The Last of Us in this respect.
Florian Glaser, 14 Jan 2025 17:05
Jan 13
Acer Predator Helios 16

86% Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16-72) gaming laptop review: A predator with sharp teeth and quiet paws

Top-tier hardware. High-end hardware, a brilliant mini LED display and efficient cooling make the Acer Predator Helios 16 a real gaming dream. In reality, the predator among gaming laptops is actually quiet. Nevertheless, our review reveals that the laptop's many advantages go hand in hand with some compromises.
Intel Core i9-14900HX | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU | 16.00" | 2.7 kg
Marc Herter, 13 Jan 2025 12:39
Jan 12
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5-15 laptop review - Great value for money with an AMD SoC and an aluminum case

84% Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5-15 laptop review - Great value for money with an AMD SoC and an aluminum case

How much laptop do you really need? Lenovo's IdeaPad Slim 5-15 is an affordable everyday laptop. For just over $600, buyers get an attractive aluminum case, an AMD SoC, a matte IPS display, and super long runtimes.
AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | AMD Radeon 680M | 15.30" | 1.6 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 12 Jan 2025 19:59
Motorola Moto G75 5G review

77% Motorola Moto G75 smartphone review – Fast, waterproof and with long update promises

Snapdragon shows what it's capable of. The Motorola Moto G75 is a smartphone priced at around $300. But it's not just any phone: The processor proves itself to be very fast and, top of that, you get Motorola qualities such as great design and very pure Android. Does that make it the perfect mid-range smartphone?
Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Adreno 710 | 6.78" | 205 g
Florian Schmitt, 12 Jan 2025 17:53
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